Sustainability Using Solar Energy: Present and Future

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Mahoney, Luther [1 ]
Rasalingam, Shivatharsiny [1 ]
Naasz, Hayley [1 ]
Koodali, Ranjit T. [1 ]
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[1] Univ S Dakota, Dept Chem, Vermillion, SD 57069 USA
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WATER-HEATING SYSTEMS; POWER-PLANTS; GEOTHERMAL-ENERGY; CHALLENGES; GENERATION; TRENDS; CELLS; TECHNOLOGY; PHOTOCATALYSTS; EFFICIENCY;
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O6 [化学];
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Currently, the world is facing energy and environmental challenges that could possibly be met using renewable energy primarily from solar flux. The present chapter outlines the potential of solar energy for alleviating current and future energy demands. We review the environmental consequences of using fossil fuels to power the world followed by comparing the various forms of renewable energy. A detailed presentation of the present state of research for various forms of alternative energy is included with potential avenues for further improvements to these renewable technologies. The five types of renewable energy that include hydroelectric, geothermal, tidal, wind, and solar is discussed herein briefly with emphasis placed on solar energy.
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页码:119 / 143
页数:25
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